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LEHIGH EXPRESS
MARCH 2022
DINING HOURS MEN’S LOUNGE HOURS
Tuesday 11:30 am - 9:00 pm Tuesday 11:30 am - 7:00 pm
Wednesday 11:30 am - 9:00 pm Wednesday 11:30 am - 7:00 pm
Thursday 11:30 am - 9:00 pm Thursday 11:30 am - 7:00 pm
Friday 11:30 am - 10:00 pm Friday 11:30 am - 7:00 pm
Saturday 11:30 am - 10:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sunday 11:30 am - 8:00 pm Sunday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
We are now open on Sunday Nights! Make your reservations now,
610.433.7443.
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
SOCIAL NEWS ................................. 2
GOLF NEWS ...................................... 11
RACQUETS NEWS ........................... 18
CLUB NEWS ...................................... 19
FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS
Clubhouse 610.433.7443
Golf Pro Shop 610.437.1451
Pool 610.433.8533
Starter 610.433.3449
Grounds 610.967.4643
Men’s Locker 610.433.5311
Tennis Pro Shop 610.434.7884
Bag Room/ 610.433.4793
Caddie Master
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Golf Shop News
GOLF SHOP NEWS—MARCH 2022
All of the newest golf equipment will be arriving in the LCC Golf
Shop over the next few weeks. Taylormade is featuring their Stealth
model of irons and woods, Callaway has the new Rogue series of irons and
woods, Titleist is featuring their TS model of drivers and fairway woods,
and Ping has the G425 woods and irons. All of the companies have told us
that special orders will be completed in a timely manner this year but that
remains to be seen as we all already experiencing a shortage of grips for
clubs from all of the major grip vendors. We will have a wide array of golf
bags in stock or available through special order from Titleist, Callaway,
Taylormade, and Ping. New putters from Titleist/Scotty Cameron,
Taylormade, Callaway/Odyssey, Ping and Cleveland Golf are available in
all lengths and models.
Spring merchandise is arriving daily in the Golf Shop! This year
we have increased our Spring and early Summer orders by 25% in
anticipation of companies short-shipping us like they did in 2021. Last
year we received about 60% of our Spring and Summer orders. We will
be featuring clothing for men, women, and juniors from such leading Wayne Phillips
manufacturers as Polo, Fairway & Greene, Cutter & Buck – Kate Lord,
Melly M, Travis Mathew, Bobby Jones, Footjoy, Donald Ross, GG Blue, Head Golf Professional
Vineyard Vines and Levelwear. Stop in and check-out our “March 610.433.7443 X. 236
Madness Sale” with selected merchandise at 70% off of regular prices!
proshop@lehighcc.com
March is the month to sign-up for the yearlong LCC tournaments
including the Men’s Gross and Net Shootouts, the Women’s Shootout, the
Ringer tournaments for men and women, the Men’s Pro’s Cup and
Presidents Cup, and the Women’s Handicap Tournament.
LCC golf calendars are available online or stop by the Golf Shop
and pick up a copy so you can plan your golf calendars for 2022!
March Golf Shop hours -
Tuesday – Sunday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (weather permitting)
Hoping for more birdies, gross or net, for all LCC players in the 2022
season!
Wayne Phillips
PGA Professional
Lehigh Express March 2022 11Golf Shop News
A LETTER FROM THE GROUNDS DEPARTMENT
Dear LCC Members,
This months Grounds segment is going to be a little different. I decided
to highlight one of our long-standing members and his relationship with
the Grounds Department. For the last 10 years (at least) John Hayes has
faithfully every winter reached out to me to facilitate a pizza lunch for
my crew. Mr. Hayes is a former Grounds Chair and served for many
years on the Grounds Committee. No one has ever asked him to do this
but every year in mid-January I get the call from John to do it again. My
crew certainly enjoys the pizza but what they really appreciate is the 40
minutes John interacts with them. He always expresses his appreciation
on behalf of the membership and shakes each of their hands. Simple acts
for people go a long way – so thank you Mr. Hayes for continuing to be a
class act and a true friend of the Grounds Crew! John Chassard
Director of Grounds
Spring is on the doorstep. Let’s hope it enters sooner than later!
610.967.4643
Thank you, jchassard@lehighcc.com
John Chassard
Director of Grounds
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Racquets News
A LETTER FROM THE RACQUETS DIRECTOR
Dear LCC Members,
We are winding down our paddle season and getting ready for the warm
weather, so that tennis and pickleball can be started. I am very excited to
let you all know that the Pro Flight Paddle Tournament will be held on
March 6th. All matches will start around 2 pm. Some of the best men and
women paddle players in the world will come and compete at LCC! All
members are welcome to come and watch some great paddle.
This season we had two ladies’ and three men’s teams participate in the
MAPTA Philadelphia league. Our ladies held their divisions in Cup 2 and
Cup 5. Men’s Division 14 finished their league in the second position and
will be moving up to Division 13. Men’s Division 8 won their division and
Ari Datta
will be moving up to either Division 7 or 6. Division 3 will stay in their
respective division. Racquets Director
610.434.7884
It takes a lot of commitment from all our players to travel and play every ari@lehighcc.com
week, therefore I want to thank everyone for their participation and
commitment.
We have an in-house men’s league at LCC, which takes place on Monday
evening. The season starts in November and finishes beginning of March,
and we had a record of 41 players participate every week.
The season will be finishing up with the Men’s, Ladies, and Mixed Club
championships along with the St Patrick’s Day Event. The St. Patrick’s
Day event will be held on March 12th.
Thank you.
Ari Datta, USPTR
Director of Racquet Sports Congratulations to the LCC 2
Paddle Team for their double
jump victory!
Lehigh Express March 2022 18Club News
A LETTER FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER
Dear LCC Members:
It’s hard to believe it is the end of February. Spring is around the
corner and before you know it the terrace will be open!
The Club’s annual shutdown was successful. Paint was touched up,
floors were buffed and all furniture was deep cleaned. We are hap-
py and excited to welcome back the membership to what has been
an extremely busy month.
I am very excited to officially announce the addition of our new
Food and Beverage Manager, Michael Kuebler. Michael was the Jennifer Felegy
previous General Manager of Brookside Country Club and we are
extremely lucky to have him join our team. His experience and General Manager
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expertise in all areas of club management will be a tremendous
jen@lehighcc.com
asset. Michael started his employment at Brookside Country Club
in 1993, first as a bus boy, then as a bartender. After graduating
from Emmaus High School in 1994, he continued his education
studying Criminal Justice. In 2000 he elevated to management at
BCC, accepting a position as Dining Room Manager. In 2004, he
became Food and Beverage Manager, in 2016 General Manager,
and in 2021 Clubhouse Operations Manager. As Clubhouse
Operations Manager at Brookside Country Club, Michael Kuebler
oversaw the daily operations of the Club, interacted with depart-
ments heads, and strived to maintain total member satisfaction.
Currently, Mike resides in Emmaus with his wife Jill, a teacher at
Emmaus High School, and his daughters Alexandra and Sophia.
Michael is also an active member in the Club Manager’s
Association of America. He will be on board next week, so please
take a moment to stop in and say hello!
Heather is excelling in her new role and she is anxious to help plan
your upcoming events. We are all looking forward to heading into
the upcoming busy season as a strong team providing an excellent
member experience.
As always, if there is anything I can do for you, or if you just want
to chat, please stop by my office or give me a call.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Felegy, CCM
General Manager
Lehigh Express March 2022 19Club News
A LETTER FROM THE EVENTS MANAGER
Dear LCC Families,
Spring is coming upon us quickly. I am anxious to welcome more light in
our day as we turn the clocks ahead in the middle of the month. The
extra sunshine always makes everyone eager to be outside with family
and friends. There are so many incredible indoor and outdoor banquet
spaces to utilize at the club. You don’t need to have a huge event to take
advantage of these spaces. Feel free to reach out to me to plan your
dinner party or event of any size.
Chef, Jen and I have made many exciting revisions to our banquet menus.
I cant wait to share these new menu items with you. Also know, that we
can also customize any menu to fulfill your vision and accommodate any
dietary and allergy needs.
Heather O’Brien
Events Manager
Feel free to stop by my newly decorated office. It is the perfect, welcom-
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ing spot to plan you next event. Looking forward to helping you plan
heather@lehighcc.com
your upcoming events.
Thank you,
Heather O’Brien
Events Manager
Lehigh Express March 2022 20Club News
A LETTER FROM THE CHEF
Hello LCC Family,
Spring is almost here and warmer weather is just around the corner. We
will be doing a menu change any day now and we are excited for new
seasonal flavors. We just finished our first Chef’s Table in the
kitchen since Covid. Book your Chef’s Table for a Thursday night in
March!
To highlight a few new changes & additions to our culinary team, joining
us in the expeditor position is Aaron Wittman who has 1.5 years
experience at Youell's Oyster House, Dylan Stocker who has been with us
for a year has been working the pantry and cold prep station while
attending culinary school. He is now with us full time & working the hot
line. We have added Justin Hogge and John Durham to our hot food
production team. I would like to welcome back, Nathan Thatcher to our Randy Zerfass
team. He has made a great impact & has a great passion for food. Lastly, I Executive Chef
would like to thank Anthony Wade for his six years of service at LCC, he 610.433.7443 X. 249
is moving on to new endeavors. chefrandy@lehighcc.com
As always, can’t wait to see you around the Club and don’t drink too
much green beer!
Chef Randy Zerfass
Executive Chef
Lehigh Express March 2022 21Club News
A LETTER FROM THE MEN’S LOCKER ROOM
Dear LCC Members,
Spring is almost here, and the Men’s Locker Room and Lounge are ready for
a new season!
Before the new season starts, we would like to see more business in the
Men’s Lounge. Lunchtime has been very quiet since the Club reopened after
the annual shutdown. It is a great place for a business lunch; to meet up
with friends, coworkers, clients or see who is around to talk about the up-
coming golf season.
Cooper has prepared an NCAA Basketball bracket game, but, you have to
stop in to get the details on that one! March 13th is Selection Sunday.
The Men’s GAP season kickoff is set for Thursday, March 24! Please make
your reservation via the Club website.
Ivan Fenstermacher
Chef Randy’s Men’s Steak nights are still available in March and April. Give
Heather O’Brien or me a call, and we’ll go over the details and reserve a Men’s Locker Room
night for you and some friends.
610.435.5311
A Men’s Comedy Night in the Lounge is being planned for the beginning of
April, so be sure to watch for more details shortly.
The Lehigh Bourbon – ‘The Burning Chair’ Edition, will be available soon, if
not already! You can still contact me to reserve a bottle or some bottles.
Savage and Cooke Distillery finishes the whiskeys in Orin Swift wine barrels –
specifically 55% Zinfandel barrels, 25% Cabernet barrels and 20% Grenache
barrels. This is a limited run of bottles and there are only 240 available.
Reserve yours today. $65. / bottle.
Cooper, Hunter and Bill have been here all winter with me. Chase has even
covered a few shifts. They will all be back for another season.
We all hope to see you soon.
Sincerely,
Ivan Fenstermacher
Men’s Locker Room
Lehigh Express March 2022 22Club News
MEMBERSHIP — WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
Dr. Bryan Kluck, Family Social
Sponsors: Dr. James Pantano, Dr. John Margraf, Dr. Harry Pickle
Bryan Kluck & his wife, Marybeth joined Lehigh in January as
Family Social Members. Bryan is an Interventional Cardiologist at
LVPG Cardiology. Marybeth is a stay at home mother.
Mr. William Velekei, Jr. Proprietary
Sponsors: Aaron Todrin, Steve Haymon, Paul Mack
William Velekei & his wife, Euniece joined Lehigh in January as
Jr. Proprietary Members. William is a Partner at Corbenic
Partners. Euniece is a stay at home mother. The Velekei’s have
one son, Eli (1).
Dr. Nathan Hagstrom, Proprietary
Sponsors: Dr. Ed Norris, Dr. Diane Begany, Dr. Andy Miller
Nathan & his wife, Sheila joined Lehigh in February as
Proprietary Members. Nathan is the Chair of Pediatrics at
Lehigh Valley Health Network. Sheilia is a nurse. The
Hagstrom’s have three children, Kelsey (26), Sara (21) &
Mairi (15).
Dr. Maryann Dattilio, Family Social
Sponsors: Howard Stevens, Dr. Glenn Short, John Waldron
Maryann & her husband, Dr. Frank Dattilio joined Lehigh in
February as Family Social Members. Maryann is a retired
Psychotherapist from the Center of Integrative Psychotherapy.
Frank is a Clinical & Forensic Psychologist.
Mrs. Courtney Wiegand, Jr. Proprietary
Sponsors: Jaclyn McNealis, Justin Romano, Caitlin Shutte
Courtney & her husband, Eric joined Lehigh in February as Jr.
Proprietary Members. Courtney is a stay at home mother &
part time teaches at St. Thomas Moore School. Eric is the
Senior Vice President of River Wealth Advisors. The Wiegand’s
have four children, Nolan(9), Austin(8), Colin(6) & Connor (3).
Dr. Victor “Jack” Powers, Family Social
Sponsors: Dr. John Margraf, Judge Ed Cahn, William Straccia II
Jack & his wife, Patricia joined Lehigh in February as Family
Social Members. Jack is an Internist Physician at St. Luke’s
Physician Group. Patricia is a retired nurse.
Dr. Daniel Torres, Jr. Proprietary
Sponsors: Michael Hunter, Kurt Springs, Sean Loughran
Daniel Torres & Michael Millo joined Lehigh in February as
Jr. Proprietary. Daniel is an Orthopedic Surgeon at Lehigh
Valley Health Network. Michael is a retired professor. They have
one son, Connor(5months)
Lehigh Express March 2022 23Club News
MEMBERSHIP — WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
Mr. Michael Daigle, Proprietary
Sponsors: Steve Yatsko, Jim Martin, Linda Gardner
Michael Daigle & his wife, Colleen joined Lehigh in February as
Proprietary Members. Michael is a Partner at Crosson, Richetti
& Daigle. Colleen is the Executive Director of Key Account
Management in North America for The Estee Lauder Co.
Mrs. Angela Gosman, Family Social
Sponsors: Thomas Lynch, Larry Camilli, Andrew Ludwig
Angela & her husband, Glenn joined Lehigh in February as
Family Social Members. Angela is the Senior VP & Chief Human
Resource Office at PPL. Glenn is retired from Dow Chemical.
Mr. Christopher Earley, Jr. Proprietary
Sponsors: Joe Grispo, Dave Bahnick, Nick Kurtz
Christopher & his wife, Rachel joined Lehigh in February as
Jr. Proprietary Members. Christopher is an Operations Manager
at Talen Energy. Rachel is the Curriculum Supervisor at North
Penn School District. The Earley’s have one son, Connor (4).
Isaiah Williams, Jr. Proprietary
Sponsors: Mike Zambelli, Tom Cichocki, Paul Emrick
Isaiah Williams & his wife, Julie joined Lehigh in February as a Jr.
Proprietary Member. Isaiah is the Complex Manager of Morgan
Stanley. Julie is a stay at home mother. The Williams’ have one child,
Malani (7).
Dr. David Donnelly, Proprietary
Sponsors: Dr. Anthony Abdalla, Ryan Durkin, Kurt Springs
David Donnelly & Carol Bullock joined Lehigh in February as
Proprietary Members. David is the Dean of Graduate Studies at
Muhlenberg College. Carol is an Executive Recruiter for Patfice
& Associates.
RESIGNATIONS:
Tom Huff, Family Social John Heilig Proprietary Anne McGeary, Family Social
William Grube, Family Social
ANNIVERSARIES
Lehigh would like to recognize special anniversary dates!
Mr. & Mrs. William Straccia
Member since January 1997, 25 year Anniversary
Mr. & Mrs. Mark Fine
Member Since January 1997, 25 Year Anniversary
Mr. Gary Clewell
Member Since February 1997, 25 Year Anniversary
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Seibert
Member Since February 1997, 25 Year Anniversary
Mrs. Ruth Keblish
Member Since March 1972, 50 Year Anniversary
Lehigh Express March 2022 24Recognition & Awards Lehigh Express March 2022 25
Recognition & Awards
LCC DENIM POLICY
Denim is permitted through
March 31, 2022.
Please keep in mind any denim
worn at
Lehigh Country Club
must be neat, clean,
properly fitted and
tasteful
(no frays, rips, holes,
excessively worn or bleach visi-
ble). See the LCC Dress Code for
more details on the LCC
Website.
Lehigh Express March 2022 26Board of Governors Committee Chairpersons
John T. Yurconic President Doug Leonzi House
Richard Adams Vice President Steven Rainford Golf
Joseph D’Amico Secretary
Robert Beck Grounds
Michael Thompson Treasurer
Michael Thompson Finance
Terms Expiring
Kathy Thompson Racquets
Robert Beck 2022
Sam Borrelli Paddle Tennis
Gary Clewell 2022
Anne Geis Swimming Pool
John Gross 2022
Kim Adams Entertainment
Barbara Butz 2023
Kathy Thompson Long Range Planning
Doug Leonzi 2023
Dr. Anthony Abdalla Membership
Dr. Bradford Young 2023
Subcommittee Chairperson
Thomas Cichocki 2024
Jackie Beck Women’s Golf
Kenneth Duerholz 2024
Patty Cox Women’s Golf
Michael Sonier 2024
Management
Jennifer Felegy, CCM General Manager jen@lehighcc.com
Arden Strickland Controller astrickland@lehighcc.com
Michael Kuebler Food & Beverage Manager michael@lehighcc.com
Heather O’Brien Events Manager heather@lehighcc.com
Randy Zerfass Executive Chef chefrandy@lehighcc.com
Ed Decker Clubhouse Engineer engineer@lehighcc.com
John Chassard Director of Grounds jchassard@lehighcc.com
Ryan Fogel Grounds Superintendent rfogel@lehighcc.com
Wayne Phillips Golf Professional proshop@lehighcc.com
Ari Datta Director of Racquets ari@lehighcc.com
Amanda Brown Executive Assistant amanda@lehighcc.com
Sarah Sasdi Member Billing memberbilling@lehighcc.com
Christi Lukow Human Resources christi@lehighcc.com
Lehigh Express March 2022 27Mission Statement
The mission of Lehigh Country Club is to be the private country club
of choice in the Lehigh Valley. This will be achieved by providing
quality facilities and services and by making Lehigh Country Club every
member’s preferred establishment for dining, social, and
recreational activities.
We will provide an outstanding golf course in terms of appearance,
condition, and fairness to all levels of play, in addition to an excellent
tennis, paddle tennis, swim, and clubhouse facilities, with well manicured
grounds surrounding the club complex. Employees will treat
every member, family member, and guest with courtesy and respect,
in a warm and welcome atmosphere.
In order to ensure the excellent experience for the members, the Club
will carefully select compatible new members and appropriately limit
the total membership.
The Board of Governors and management will be both responsive to
the membership, as well as responsible, with the purpose of perpetuating
the Club by constantly maintaining the facilities and operating the
Club in a sound financial manner to protect and enhance the value
of the member’s equity, thereby assuring the continuity of
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